1.   And the most optimistic scenario, which assumes a very strong economy, would have the system survive the onslaught of the baby boomers with little difficulty.

2.   A more optimistic scenario foresees a continuation of consolidation in the health care industry, leading to more efficient hospitals and doctor organizations.

3.   However, Arnon Mishkin of the Boston Consulting Group, one of the firms that took part in the study, says this assumes the most optimistic scenario.

4.   Investors and analysts are reevaluating that optimistic scenario now that turmoil in those markets is proving to be a protracted affair, traders said.

5.   Radjou said that, even under an optimistic scenario, it will be March or April of next year before there are protocol standards to permit interoperability.

6.   That is the optimistic scenario.

7.   The most optimistic scenario now is that full-fledged peace talks, including Sinn Fein, might begin by next summer.

8.   The optimistic scenario would be a sort of digital Athenian democracy in which everyone who cares can be truly involved.

9.   This is the optimistic scenario.

10.   But that optimistic scenario was swiftly disputed by fellow phone superpower AT-and-T Corp., which has the most to lose from the marriage.